Method Man
Wu-Tang Clan
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From the slums of Shaolin, Wu-Tang Clan strikes again The RZA, the GZA, Ol Dirty Bastard, Inspecktah Deck, Raekwon the Chef You-God, Ghost Face Killer and the Method Man M-E-T, H-O-D, MAN M-E-T, H-O-D, MAN M-E-T, H-O-D, MAN M-E-T, H-O-D, MAN Hey, you, get off my cloud You don't know me and you don't know my style Who be gettin' flam when they come to a jam? Here I am here I am, the Method Man Patty cake patty cake hey the method man Don't eat Skippy, Jif or Peter Pan Peanut butter, 'cause I'm not butter In fact I snap back like a rubber Band, I be Sam Sam I am And I don't eat green eggs and ham Style will hit ya, wham!, then goddamn You be like oh shit that's the jam Turn it up now hear me get buck wu-wu-wild I'm about to blow light me up Upside downside inside and outside Hittin you from every angle there's no doubt I am, the one and only Method Man The master of the plan wrappin' shit like Saran Wrap, with some of this and some of that Hold up (what?) I tawt I tat I putty tat Over there, but I think he best to beware Of the diggy dog shit right here Yippy yippy yay yippy yah yippy yo Like Deck said this ain't your average flow Comin' like rah ooh ah achie kah Tell me how ya like it so far baby paw The poetry's in motion coast to coast and Rub it on your skin like lotion What's the commotion, oh my lord Another corn chopped by the Wu-Tang sword Hey hey hey like Fat Albert It's the Method Man ain't no if ands about it It's the Method All right, y'all get ya White Owls, get ya meth, get ya skins Don't forget your forty And we gonna do it like this I got, fat bags of skunk I got, White Owl blunts And I'm about to go get lifted Yes I'm about to go get lifted I got, myself a forty I got, myself a shorty And I'm about to go and stick it Yes I'm about to go and stick it Uhh H-U-F-F huff and I puff Blow like snow when the cold wind's blowin' Zoom, I hit the mic like boom Wrote a song about it like to hear it here it goes Question what exactly is a pantie raider Ill behavior savior or major flavor All of the above oh yeah plus I do so Also flam I'm the man call me super Not an average Joe with an average flow Doing average things with average hoes Yo I'm super I'll make a bitch squirm For my, Super Sperm (check it) Check it I give it to ya raw butt naked I smell sex pass the Method Let's get lifted as I kick ballistics Missiles and shoot game like a pistol Clip is loaded when I click bang dang A Wu-Tang slug hits your brain J-U-M-P jump and I thump Make girls rumps like pump and Humpty Hump Wow, the Shaolin' style is all in me Child, the whole damn isle is callin' me P-A-N-T-Y R-A-I-D-E-R mad raw I don't cry Meaning no one can burn or toss and turn me Ooh I be the super sperm Chim chimmeny chim chim cherie Freak a flow and flow fancy free Now how many licks does it take For me to hit the Tootsie Roll center of a break Peep and don't sleep the crews mad deep Wu-Tang Fading motherfuckers like bleach So to each and every crew You're clear like glass I can see right through You're whole damn posse be catchin' 'em all cause you vic'd And ya didn't have friends to begin with I'm M-E-T, H-O-D, MAN M-E-T, H-O-D, MAN M-E-T, H-O-D, MAN M-E-T, H-O-D, MAN Here I am, here I am, the Method Man Straight from the slums of Shaolin Wu-Tang Killa Bee's on a swarm (Your soul have just been taken through the 36 chambers of death, kid) (Word to mother, Method Man signing off, peace)
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Written by: Dennis David Coles, Robert F. Diggs, Gary E. Grice, Lamont Hawkins, Jason Hunter, Russell T. Jones, Clifford Smith, Corey Woods, Roger Troutman
Lyrics © A SIDE MUSIC LLC D/B/A MODERN WORKS MUSIC PUBLISHING, Universal Music Publishing Group, Downtown Music Publishing, Peermusic Publishing
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12 facts about this song
Song OriginThe song "Method Man" is named after one of the Wu-Tang Clan's group members. Method Man (real name Clifford Smith Jr.) not only performs the song, but also contributed to writing it.
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Album Debut"Method Man" appeared on the Wu-Tang Clan's critically acclaimed debut album, "Enter the Wu-Tang (36 Chambers)." The album was released in November 1993.
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Early ReleaseDespite appearing on the group's debut album, "Method Man" was actually released as a single a month before the full album was available in October 1993.
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GenreThe genre of the song is East Coast Hip Hop, considered as one of the most influential styles of rap music during the 1990s and incorporates high-energy beats with lyrically complex raps.
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Music SamplesThe song samples "Synthetic Substitution" by Melvin Bliss and "Method Man" by The Fatback Band. These samples give the song a unique and unforgettable sound.
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Critical ReceptionThe song has been critically acclaimed, with praise directed primarily at Method Man's lyrics and delivery. It has been recognized as a standout track on "Enter the Wu-Tang (36 Chambers)."
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Music VideoThe music video for "Method Man" is known for its comedic elements, which contrast the gritty and hardcore lyrics. Method Man’s charisma shines throughout the video, adding another layer to the song's overall appeal.
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LyricsThe song features a chorus that's a play on the song "The Fat Albert Theme," and includes references to torturing opponents through surrealistic, nightmare-inducing methods. This unusual approach elevated Method Man's reputation as a formidable MC.
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Pop CultureToday, "Method Man" is considered an essential part of the golden age of Hip Hop music, and has had a significant influence on the genre. It has also appeared in various forms of media including video games, films, and TV series.
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AwardsMethod Man won the Grammy Award for Best Rap Performance by a Duo or Group for "I'll Be There for You/You're All I Need to Get By" with Mary J. Blige. Although this award was not specifically for the song "Method Man," it further underscores his talent and impact in the music industry.
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CameoNotably, the song features a brief cameo from Wu-Tang Clan member Raekwon. He raps the intro of the song before Method Man takes over.
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Live Performances"Method Man" remains a fan-favorite during the live performances of Wu-Tang Clan and is often characterized by fervent crowd participation.
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